Overview
Geography and description
Macquarie covers the Blue Mountains and Hawkesbury regions west of Sydney, featuring national parks, historic towns, and semi-rural communities.
Key Suburbs
KatoombaRichmondWindsorSpringwoodBlaxlandKurrajong
Election History
Past election results
| Year | Winner | Party | TPP % | Swing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Susan Templeman | Labor | 48.8% | +6.7% |
| 2019 | Susan Templeman | Labor | 51.1% | +2.3% |
| 2022 | Susan Templeman | Labor | 56.5% | +5.4% |
Current Representative
Elected Member of Parliament
Key Issues
Important local matters
Bushfire Management
HighPreparation, response and recovery from catastrophic bushfires that have severely impacted the region.
Environment Protection
HighPreserving the Greater Blue Mountains World Heritage Area and managing tourism impacts.
Demographics
Population and statistics
Population
163,000
Median Age
42 years
Median Income
$1,780 weekly
Major Industries
HealthcareEducationRetailTourismConstruction
Education
University Degree
30%
Completed High School
85%